Engineering:BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
2020 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe Front.jpg
2020 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupé
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
ProductionMarch 2020 – present
Model years2020–present
Assembly
  • Germany: Leipzig (BMW Leipzig Plant)
  • Thailand: Rayong (BMW Thailand)
  • Malaysia: Kulim (Inokom)
  • Indonesia: Jakarta (Gaya Motor)
DesignerNicolas Guille[1]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact executive car (C)
Body style4-door sedan
Layout
  • Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
  • Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (xDrive)
PlatformBMW UKL2 platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.5 L B38 I3 turbo
  • 2.0 L B46/B48 I4 turbo
  • Diesel:
  • 1.5 L B37 I3 turbo
  • 2.0 L B47 I4 turbo
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,670 mm (105.1 in)
Length4,526 mm (178.2 in)
Width1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,420 mm (55.9 in)
uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight1,350–1,570 kg (2,976–3,461 lb)

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé (model code F44) is a subcompact executive sedan produced by BMW.[2][3] It was revealed on 16 October 2019, and officially premiered at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show in November.[4] It was launched in worldwide markets in March 2020.[5] For most markets, the 2 Series Gran Coupé is the smallest four-door sedan offered by BMW, except in China and Mexico where the F52 1 Series sedan is offered.

Overview

The 2 Series uses the front-wheel drive-based UKL2 architecture and uses a multi-link rear suspension system.[6] As the result, despite its similar name, it is mechanically unrelated to the F22 2 Series coupé and convertible. Compared to the F22 2 Series, the F44 has 33 mm (1.3 in) more knee room, 14 mm (0.6 in) more headroom, and a 40 litres (1.4 cu ft) larger boot capacity at 430 litres (15 cu ft).[7] It shares the same front hood, fender panel, dashboard and suspension as the F40 1 Series.[8][9]

All petrol and diesel engines are installed with particulate filters and meet the Euro 6d-TEMP emissions standard.[10] Diesel engines also have AdBlue selective catalytic reduction.[11]

218i models are available with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.[12] 228i xDrive, M235i xDrive, and 220d models are only available with an 8-speed automatic transmission.[13] 220i models are only available with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Equipment

Standard equipment includes full LED lights and 40:20:40 split folding rear seats.[14] Collision detection with braking intervention is also standard in European models.[15] In addition to the basic model, the 2 Series is available in the Luxury and Sport line which adds 17-inch wheels and a sports steering wheel, and the M Sport line which adds 18-inch wheels, an M Sport steering wheel, and M Sport exterior styling.[16]

Optional equipment includes ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, a 9.2-inch windshield reflected head up display, and Apple CarPlay.[17] The F44 2 Series can be unlocked via near-field communication by holding a smartphone near the door handle, and can start the engine by placing the smartphone in the wireless charging tray.[18] The digital key can also be shared with up to 5 other smartphones.[19]

The 2 Series is also available with iDrive 7 which features over-the-air software updates and a digital assistant that can be activated by saying "Hello BMW".[20] The digital assistant learns the habits of the user over time and can control in-car functions, check the maintenance status, or answer questions about the vehicle's functions.[21]

The 2 Series uses the navigation system and camera data to prevent unnecessary gear changes when travelling through corners and to determine appropriate shutdowns for the engine start-stop system.[22]

218-228 models with the M Sport Trim and M235 models can be fitted with M Performance Parts. These include sport brakes, carbon fibre mirrors and M rims.

Models

Petrol engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)
216i 2022– B38A15 1.5 L I3 turbo 81 kW (109 hp) at 4,600–6,500 rpm 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 1,380–3,800 rpm 10.8 s
218i 2019– 103 kW (138 hp) at 4,500–6,500 rpm 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1,500–4,100 rpm 9.1 s
220i 2020– B48A20 2.0 L I4 turbo 131 kW (176 hp) at 5,000–5,500 rpm 280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft) at 1,350–4,200 rpm 7.1 s
220i xDrive 2021–
228i* 2019– 170 kW (228 hp) at 5,000–6,500 rpm 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) at 1,250–4,800 rpm 6.3 s
228i xDrive* 6.0 s
M235i xDrive 225 kW (302 hp) at 5,000–6,250 rpm 450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft) at 1,800–4,500 rpm 4.9 s

*Canada and US Market only.

Diesel engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)
216d 2020– B37C15 1.5 L I3 turbo 85 kW (114 hp) at 4,000 rpm 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,250 rpm 10.3 s
218d B47D20 2.0 L I4 turbo 110 kW (148 hp) at 4,000 rpm 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 rpm 8.5 s
220d 140 kW (188 hp) at 4,000 rpm 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 rpm 7.5 s
220d xDrive 7.3 s

See also

  • List of BMW vehicles

References

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